Man arrested for defacing Washington Monument with purple paint | World News

A person has been taken into custody after the Washington Monument was vandalized late on Tuesday, police mentioned, including that the realm across the base of the monument has been quickly closed.

"Space round base of the Washington Monument quickly closed. USPP have grownup male in custody for vandalism. NPS (Nationwide Park Service) conservators will work on restoration course of," the US Park Police (USPP) mentioned on Twitter.

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Pictures posted on Twitter by native media confirmed purple paint smeared on the west facet of the monument's base.

The 550 ft tall monument is a well-liked vacationer attraction and is situated on the Nationwide Mall between the Lincoln Memorial and the Capitol in Washington D.C.